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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Welcome ... 2
18th Ontario Technological Skills Competition Information ... 3
Schedule of Events... 4
Contests and Scopes... 5
2007 OTSC Contest List... 6
2007 Contest Descriptions... 7
3rd Qualifying Competition Information... 12
NEW Maximum Number of Participants ... 14
NEW School Board Divisions... 16
Information for both Qualifying Competition and OTSC ... 18
Contest Eligibility ... 19
Space Reservation and Wait List Policy ... 21
NEW Payment Policy... 22
Space Reservation Policy... 23
Demonstration Contests ... 24
Registration Process and Timeline ... 25
Qualifying and OTSC Competitor Rules and Regulations ... 27
Competitor Selection Process... 28
Contest Cancellation... 29
Job Interview Component ... 30
Other Information... 31
Young Women’s Conferences ... 32
OTSC Celebration ... 33
Canadian Skills Competition ... 35
Website and Contact Information... 36
Beef Up the Bursary ... 37
2007
ONTARIO TECHNOLOGICAL SKILLS
COMPETITION
and
QUALIFYING COMPETITION
SKILLS CANADA – ONTARIO
Skills Canada – Ontario is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to promoting the development of youth and the prosperity of industry in Ontario. With the support of our many partners, Skills Canada – Ontario has encouraged more and more young people to consider a career in the skilled trades and technologies. Through programs and initiatives, such as in-school presentations, qualifying and provincial skills competitions, we touch the lives of thousands of young people across the province each year.
The Ontario Technological Skills Competition, our cornerstone event, is a platform for us to showcase the talented youth of our
province. Over 15,000 spectators converge on this three-day event to watch over 1500 of the brightest young people of this province compete in over 51 skills contests offered.
The 18th Ontario Technological Skills Competition will be held from April 30 – May 2, 2007 at RIM Park and Manulife Financial Sportsplex in Waterloo.
The 3rd Qualifying Competitions will be held on April14, 2007 in seven community colleges throughout the province.
The locations are as follows:
o Canadore College – North Bay
o Fanshawe College – London
o Georgian College – Barrie
o Humber College – Toronto
o Niagara College – Niagara
o Northern College – Timmins
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Competition
18TH ONTARIO TECHNOLOGICAL SKILLS
COMPETITION
(tentative)
April 30 – May 2, 2007 - RIM Park and Bingemans
MON. APRIL 30ELEMENTARY DAY TUES. MAY 1 ONTARIO COMPETITION
WED. MAY 2 CLOSING CEREMONY
RIM PARK, Manulife Financial Sportsplex 8:30 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. -
Elementary Competitor
registration, at contest sites
9:00 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. - Mandatory Elementary Competitor orientation, at contest sites 8:45 a.m. – 12:00 a.m. -Elementary Workshops Morning Sessions 9:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. -Elementary Challenges, followed by medal
presentations at contest sites
11:30 a.m. – 2:45 p.m. –
Elementary Workshops Afternoon Sessions
9:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. - Grades 7&8 Young Womens’
Conference, Bingemans
9:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. -
Careers Showcase
12:15 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. – Chair’s Luncheon & Interactive Tour, Grey Silo Golf Course, by invitation only
RIM PARK, Manulife Financial Sportsplex 7:00 – 7:30 a.m. - Competitor
registration at contest site
7:30 – 8:00 a.m. - Mandatory
Competitor orientation at contest site
8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. - 2007 Ontario Technological Skills Competition
9:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. -
Grades 9-10 Young Womens’ Conference, Bingemans
9:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. -
Careers Showcase
11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
-Fundraising Barbecue: All proceeds go to the *Skills Canada – Ontario Bursary
This provides financial assistance to Ontario students advancing to the Canadian Skills Competition in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan.
BINGEMANS, Marshall Hall 9:00 – 1:00 p.m. - Closing Ceremony and Medal Presentations. Breakfast will be served.
1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. – Mandatory Team Ontario meeting, Berkley Room
CONTEST DESCRIPTIONS AND CONTEST SCOPES
Contests offered at the Ontario Technological Skills Competition are designed to reflect a technical occupational path. Descriptions of contests offered can be found on pages 6-10.
Most contests are designed to include “national standards”, where possible, as benchmarks for contest specifications and judging criteria. Most contests include both a theoretical component (approximately 15% scoring) and a practical component
(approximately 85% scoring – including a job interview worth 5%), unless otherwise stated. Contests are designed to emphasize the “technical” aspects of the subject and the evaluation process reflects this emphasis.
What is a contest scope?
Scopes are a summary of each contest that specify the following information:
- purpose of the contest
- skills and knowledge to be tested - duration and timing of contest
- materials the competitor must supply
- names materials that Skills Canada - Ontario will supply - technical committee members
Scopes will be posted on our website (www.skillsontario.com) by the end of January 2007. Please be aware that changes may occur in the scopes until one month prior to the competition.
CONTEST LEVEL OFFERED AT NATIONALS
(subject to change)
2D Character Computer Animation (Team of 2) S YES 3D Character Computer Animation (Team of 2) S/PS YES
Aircraft Maintenance PS YES
Architectural CADD S/PS YES
Auto Collision Repair S/PS YES
Auto Service Technology S/PS YES
Auto Painting - demonstration S/PS NO
Baking S/PS YES
Brick Masonry INT YES (INT)
Cabinetmaking S/PS YES
Computer Aided Manufacturing (CAM) S/PS NO
Carpentry – Individual* S/PS YES
Carpentry – Team (Team of 2) S NO
Culinary Arts* S/PS YES
Desktop Publishing S YES
Electrical Wiring S/PS YES (INT)
Electronics S/PS YES
Floristry S NO
Geographic Information Systems S NO
Graphic Design S NO
Hairstyling S/PS YES
Heating Systems Technician PS NO
Heavy Equipment Service - demonstration PS YES
Home Building (Team of 2) S NO
Industrial Mechanic Millwright PS YES
Industrial Wiring S/PS YES (INT)
Internet – Web Page Design* S YES
IT – PC Network Support S/PS YES
IT Office Software Applications S YES
Job Interview S YES
Job Skill Demonstration S YES
Landscape Gardening (Team of 2) S/PS YES (INT)
Mechanical CADD S/PS YES
Mechatronics (Team of 2) PS YES
Photography S NO
Plumbing S/PS YES (INT)
Precision Machining S/PS YES (INT)
Prepared Speech S YES
Refrigeration S/PS YES (INT)
Restaurant Service S YES
Robotics (Team of 4) S YES
Small Powered Equipment* S YES
Solar Vehicle Challenge (Team of 4) S YES
Truck and Coach Mechanic - demonstration PS NO
TV and Video Production (Team of 2)* S YES
Virtual Robotics (Team of 2) S NO
Welding* S/PS YES
Women’s Apparel Design S YES
Workplace Safety S YES
S – secondary PS – post-secondary (includes apprentices) INT – integrated
Unless indicated in parentheses, all contests offered at the Ontario Competition that are offered at Nationals are offered in the same levels as the provincial competition.
Integrated – secondary and post-secondary compete in one level.
* Secondary level students are required to first compete at a Qualifying Competition in order to advance to the
OTSC.
2007 OTSC CONTEST LIST
2007 CONTEST DESCRIPTIONS
Aircraft Maintenance – held at Centennial College, Toronto
This contest tests the competitors’ abilities to carry out mechanical tasks, interpret technical data such as aircraft drawings and maintenance procedures, and fabricate sheet metal assemblies.
Architectural CADD
This contest will evaluate each competitor’s proficiency in the field of Architectural Design & Drafting using CAD software, and to recognize outstanding students for excellence and professionalism in their field.
Auto Collision Repair
This contest will include rocker panel repair, bumper repair, welding, measurement, and preparation. The application of auto body collision repair skills will be utilized in all the above areas. A written theoretical examination will also be included.
Auto Service Technology
To provide an environment that students enrolled in automotive programs can test their knowledge and skills against themselves and others for Ontario. This contest will also provide an environment that competitors can learn in and enhance their skills.
Auto Painting
Description not available at time of print, will be posted online as soon as it becomes available. Baking
The Baking contest is designed to evaluate each competitor’s preparation for employment and to recognize outstanding students for excellence and professionalism in commercial baking.
Brick Masonry
Competitors will show their skill and knowledge of how to build a masonry project. They will be given a set of drawings from which they must correctly interpret the layout and design of the project and then build it using the materials provided. The project may be all brick or a combination of brick, block and stone. The contest challenge must be completed within a given time period or points will be deducted.
Cabinetmaking
The cabinetmakers will be challenged by hand tools and machines in building a small piece of furniture or cabinet. The students will also have a written test.
Carpentry – Individual*
This contest will challenge competitor skills in residential carpentry construction. Competitors will be required to demonstrate knowledge of building plans, organization, general carpentry skills and application of the Ontario Building Code.
Carpentry – Team
The Team Carpentry contest will have a written and practical component. The project will assess the competitor’s knowledge and skills in select areas of the carpentry trade.
2-D Character Computer Animation
Teams of two students will be challenged to tell a story given a theme and soundtrack. The contest will focus on the competitors’ abilities to put forth their idea on paper through scripting and storyboarding and in project development by creating, animating, and assembling all the pieces of their movie for presentation within the given time period.
*Contests expectations at the Qualifying Competitions may vary from that of the OTSC.
2007 CONTEST DESCRIPTIONS cont’d
3-D Character Computer Animation
Character Animation deals with the creation and animation of characters and models used for storytelling. The contest challenges students to work in teams of two to create a short animated film whose story depicts the theme provided by the committee. The contest will focus on students’ abilities to create, animate, render and present their solution within the given time period.
Computer Aided Manufacturing
To test the skill and knowledge of each student in the area of computer numerical programming using a computer aided manufacturing software application package.
Culinary Arts*
To evaluate through competition the professional culinary skill and talent of the next generation of Chefs by having them cook and display hot and cold dishes in accordance with established trade rules. Presenting an exciting view into Culinary Arts and to showcase new culinary trends to the visiting public.
Desktop Publishing
To evaluate competitors’ ability and understanding of electronic publishing related tasks and information.
Electrical Wiring
Competitors will be required to complete a practical project that will test their knowledge, skills and aptitude for the electrical trade, based on the 2002 Electrical Code, trade theory and trade practice.
Electronics
Demonstration of the basic skills required by an electronics technician/technologist in training. Development of new skills is included in the competition.
Fashion Design (formerly known as Women’s Apparel Design)
This contest will provide fashion design students with an opportunity to apply their technical skills and creativity in the development of a marketable garment for the fashion industry. The competitors are required to design, pattern draft, and construct a garment.
Floristry
This contest will give floral design students the opportunity to demonstrate technical and creative skills valued in the floral industry. Designs include bridal work and themed arrangements.
Geographic Information Systems
Competitors will use skills in the area of G.I.S. to collect, display and analyse geographical information in order to solve real-world problems.
Graphic Design
Competitors are to design and produce a series of material to promote a theme provided by Skills Canada – Ontario. All work is to be completed prior to the competition (not on-site). At the competition, competitors will present their solutions and explain their rationale for their concept and design.
Hairstyling
This contest will allow young stylists to demonstrate their technical skills and creative ability. The areas to be tested will represent fashion conscience styles found in up-scale salons.
*Contests expectations at the Qualifying Competitions may vary from that of the OTSC
2007 CONTEST DESCRIPTIONS cont’d
Heating Systems Technician
Post-secondary school students will have the opportunity to demonstrate their skills and job knowledge relevant to the heating industry in regards to: equipment operation, troubleshooting, service and maintenance, and the repair of gas heating equipment.
The contest will test proficiency in three areas:
(i) Practical (system connection and combustion, service and maintenance, and mechanical troubleshooting)
(ii) Theoretical (troubleshooting, service and maintenance, and electrical circuits) (iii) Interview skills
Heavy Equipment Service
Description not available at time of print, will be posted online as soon as it becomes available. Home Building
Teams of 2 will test their technical skills in various residential construction trades will be tested.
Industrial Mechanic Millwright
This contest will test the skills and knowledge of each competitor in the areas of hydraulics, pneumatics, metal layout, machining and fabrication as well as the assembly and alignment of mechanical power transmissions and components.
Industrial Wiring
This contest will evaluate the competitors’ abilities and techniques, and to recognize outstanding performance and professionalism in the field of electric motor controls.
Internet – Web Page Design*
Competitors participating in the Internet Web Page Design contest will be given the opportunity to demonstrate their creativity and professionalism in the design of an informative web site. Participants will use their technical skills, knowledge and understanding of web page and web site design to display their expertise as well to demonstrate their ability to create a comprehensive design. Competitors will be tested on their overall knowledge of web page, web site design as well they will be evaluated on their technical and presentation skills. The Internet Web Page Design contest is a showcase of excellence.
IT Office Software Applications
Students will test their knowledge and skill of software applications in a business environment. Using Microsoft Office, competitors will demonstrate their ability in document processing, database and spreadsheet use, graphic production and slide show presentations.
IT – PC & Network Support
Competitors will be required to display knowledge in configuration of network operating systems and network technologies. Competitors with RedHot Linux and Microsoft Windows Server for providing network services. Microsoft Windows will be used as a workstation operating system. Competitors must display knowledge of Cisco IOS and be able to assemble a functional network from scratch.
Job Interview
Competitors will apply to a position by submitting a targeted resume and cover letter. They will then be interviewed for the position with questions about their skills, knowledge, education and experience.
Job Skill Demonstration
Competitors will demonstrate and explain an entry level skill used in the occupational area for which they are training (e.g. how to design a web page). The skill presented must reflect a technical contest area that is a component of the Canadian Skills Competition. Each competitor has up to 30 minutes for this demonstration.
*Contests expectations at the Qualifying Competitions may vary from that of the OTSC.
2007 CONTEST DESCRIPTIONS cont’d
Landscape Gardening
Teams of two will be involved in both hard and soft landscaping techniques.
Post-Secondary
A theoretical component consisting of the basic knowledge to undertake the various aspects of the project, will also be included.
Secondary Level
The student’s knowledge of maintenance practice and techniques, safety, plant identification, and blueprint reading will also be focused on.
Mechanical CADD
This contest involves the creation and/or manipulation of modeling and detail/assembly drawings that a junior designer can expect to find in a place of work. The complexity of the post-secondary competition reflects the added expectation of one or two years of college level skills. Adherence to Canadian standards must be maintained.
Mechatronics
To allow teams of two (2) students to demonstrate their knowledge and skill level in automation. These skills will be judged on a practical demonstration of abilities to complete a mechanical, electrical and pneumatic assembly of a Modular Production System (MPS) – a model of a real product handling system from FESTO.
After successful assembly of the machine, the team should create a PLC program according to the documented working sequence and commission it using the “RS LOGIX 500” programming software and “SLC 500s and MicroLogix” PLC from Allen-Bradley.
The MPS should be assembled according to the drawings, wiring and pneumatic diagrams. The PLC program must be created according to the wiring (allocation list) and a given sequence of operations. The main working cycle must work, extra features such as correct homing sequence, safety features, manual modes may improve overall mark.
Photography
Digital photography is a skill that all emerging photographers will need to know and use. Through this contest, competitors will be tested on digital capturing, digital manipulation, digital output and the overall concept and design of photography. The contest will be 90% hands-on, with 10% based on 2 professional contest prints.
Plumbing
This contest will involve the reading and interpreting of piping diagrams and specs. Competitors will apply mathematical skill sets to produce the piping layout. The assembly will consist of threading steel pipe, hard and soft soldering of copper pipe and solvent weld of plastic pipe. Accuracy and
workmanship will be assessed, in addition to the projects being pressure tested.
Precision Machining
Competitors will be given drawings for a mill piece and a lathe piece. They will have a set amount of time to machine the part to completion. A theory test will also be involved for the secondary level.
Prepared Speech
The Prepared Speech contest allows competitors to demonstrate their ability to prepare and present clearly and effectively their thoughts relating to a theme established by the technical committee. Speeches are to be 5 to 7 minutes in length. Competitors will be evaluated on content, ability to convey their message and overall delivery.
Refrigeration
Competitors will be required to troubleshoot a simple refrigeration and/or air conditioning system. Knowledge of the basics of refrigeration, special mechanical and electrical components is a major part of the contest.
*Contests expectations at the Qualifying Competitions may vary from that of the OTSC.
2007 CONTEST DESCRIPTIONS cont’d
Restaurant Service
Purpose of the Restaurant Service contest is to evaluate the competitor’s skills and knowledge of basic restaurant service duties, and to provide appropriate feedback to the competitor to increase their level of customer service. It will also serve to expose the competitor to the demands of both the Front of the House and the Back of the House, and the importance of their position within the restaurant. The competitor will be provided with an opportunity to develop a true appreciation for the skills necessary to be a server.
Robotics
Teams of competitors design, build, operate and maintain a radio-controlled robot capable of
completing the contest tasks as described in the scope. Interested schools are asked to please contact [email protected].
Solar Vehicle Challenge
The challenge is to build, in teams of 4 students, a vehicle with a minimum of three wheels that can operate on energy from the sun, using as a starting point, materials specified by the technical committee. The competition will be limited to two races: a speed race and an endurance race.
Small Powered Equipment*
To test the skill and knowledge of competitors in the air and liquid cooled engine field and to help prepare each student for employment in the industry.
Truck and Coach Mechanic
Description not available at time of print, will be posted online as soon as it becomes available. TV & Video Production*
Teams of two (2) competitors each are required to produce a 2-3 minute informational/promotional video on the theme stated at the beginning of the contest. Competitors must decide on the best use of their time to plan, script, shoot and edit the final production. All aspects of the production assignment are completed on-site by competitors. Skills and knowledge to be tested include: production planning and design, camera work, audio use, editing, story telling, teamwork, time management and problem solving.
Virtual Robotics
Teams are required to create virtual robots in response to surprise tasks sets. Autodesk and Discreet will provide all teams with Inventor and MAX software to prepare for the competition. Please contact [email protected] for more information.
Welding*
This contest will test and evaluate the various safety-oriented welding, fitting and flame-cutting skills of Ontario’s youth. In addition, print reading and welding symbols interpretation will be assessed.
Workplace Safety
The main focus of the workplace health and safety contest is to promote health and safety by assessing the students’ knowledge of and participation in workplace health and safety activities. Participants will be evaluated on knowledge of health and safety principles (written exam), ability to identify and assess workplace hazards and to recommend corrective action (Hazard identification using mock work-site settings), and ability to communicate health and safety information to others (presentation)
Example: Each participant will inspect a mock workplace to identify hazards. The hazards may include work process, housekeeping, WHMIS, ergonomics, safety equipment, tools, machinery and electrical hazards.
*Contests expectations at the Qualifying Competitions may vary from that of the OTSC.
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NEW!
QUALIFYING COMPETITIONS
The Qualifying Competitions for secondary level competitors only, will take place in six designated areas of Ontario. All Qualifying Competitions will take place on Saturday, April 14, 2007 and at a community college within the designated area. Each Qualifying competition will offer the same six contests:
• Carpentry – Individual
• Culinary Arts
• Internet – Web Page Design
• Small Powered Equipment
• T.V. Video Production
• Welding
School boards wishing to send competitors to the Ontario
Technological Skills Competition in any of these contests must first participate in the Qualifying Competition in their area. Winners from the Qualifying Competitions will then advance to the Ontario
Technological Skills Competition. Contests/Scopes:
The scopes, projects, judging criteria and score sheets will be created by Qualifying Technical Committees consisting of one representative from each qualifying area and the OTSC contest
Technical Committee Chair. It is recommended that, where possible, each Qualifying committee also have industry representation. The documents created by the Qualifying Technical Committees will be used in all Qualifying Competitions to maintain consistency in
competitor selection across the province. The job interview component will also be implemented at the Qualifying level. Please note that the contest expectations and scopes at the
QUALIFYING COMPETITIONS cont’d
NEW! Maximum Number of Participants
Each Board of Education is allowed to send one competitor to the Qualifying Competition as an “A” level competitor and two
competitors as “B” level competitors. “B” level competitors are participating for the experience of competing and not for the opportunity of advancement to the OTSC.
This is new policy allows more students to access the Qualifying Competition and provides future competitors with an opportunity to participate and experience a competition without the pressure usually associated with competing. “B” level competitors would receive
constructive feedback to assist in preparation for future competitions. Boards of Education are asked to identify the “A” level competitor prior to competition day and only “A” level competitors are eligible to compete for the opportunity to represent their Board of Education at the OTSC.
B Level Competitor Rules
• The same eligibility criteria applies for B Level competitors all other secondary competitors as outlined on page 19
• “B” Level competitors will not advance to the OTSC
• Registration for “B” Level competitors will occur online along with registration for “A” Level and non-Qualifying Competition contest OTSC competitors
• A registration fee of $25 applies to each “B” Level competitor
• All registration deadlines apply to “B” Level competitors
QUALIFYING COMPETITIONS cont’d
Tentative Agenda of Competition Day:
9:00 - 9:30 a.m. – Registration and Meet & Mingle
9:30 a.m. – Technical Committee leads competitors to contest site 9:40-10:00 a.m. – Orientation at contest site
10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. – Contests 12:00 - 12:30 p.m. – Lunch
12:30 - 3:30 p.m. – Contests
3:30 – 4:30 p.m. – Final judging and evaluation
5:00 p.m. - Announcements and Presentations to winners Cost for Participation
A non-refundable registration fee of $25 will be implemented for
spaces reserved at the Qualifying Competitions. This fee will provide the opportunity to compete, registration packages for competitors, snacks during the Meet & Mingle, lunch for competitors and awards for presentation.
“A” Level Competitors advancement from Qualifying Competitions to OTSC:
The following number of “A” level competitors from each Qualifying Competition will advance to the Ontario Technological Skills
Competition:
• Carpentry – Individual – 1st, 2nd and 3rd
• Culinary Arts – 1st, 2nd and 3rd
• Internet – Web Page Design – 1st, 2nd and 3rd
• Small Powered Equipment – 1st, 2nd and 3rd
• T.V. Video Production – 1st, 2nd and 3rd
• Welding – 1st, 2nd, and 3rd
NEW SCHOOL BOARD DIVISIONS FOR QUALIFYING COMPETITIONS
Far Northern Area – Northern College: Algoma District School Board
Conseil scolaire de district catholique des Aurores boréales Conseil scolaire de district catholique des Grand Rivières Conseil scolaire de district du Grand Nord de l’Ontario District School Board of Ontario North East
Huron-Superior Catholic District School Board Keewatin-Patricia District School Board Kenora Catholic District School Board Lakehead District School Board
Northeastern Catholic District School Board Northwest Catholic District School Board Rainy River District School Board
Superior North Catholic District School Board Superior-Greenstone District School Board Thunder Bay Catholic District School Board Northern Area – Canadore College:
Conseil scolaire de district catholique de Nouvel Ontario Conseil scolaire de district catholique Franco-Nord Conseil scolaire de district du Nord-Est de l’Ontario Near North District School Board
Nippissing-Parry Sound Catholic District School Board Rainbow District School Board
Sudbury Catholic District School Board Near Northern Area – Georgian College: Bluewater District School Board
Bruce-Grey Catholic District School Board Dufferin-Peel Catholic District School Board Hastings and Prince Edward District School Board Peel District School Board
Simcoe County District School Board
Simcoe Muskoka Catholic District School Board Trillium Lakelands District School Board
Waterloo Catholic District School Board Waterloo Region District School Board Central Area – Humber College: Catholic District School Board
Durham Catholic District School Board Durham District School Board
Kawartha Pine Ridge District School Board
Peterborough Victoria Northumberland and Clarington Toronto Catholic District School Board
Toronto District School Board (East and North) York Catholic District School Board
York Region District School Board
NEW SCHOOL BOARD DIVISIONS FOR
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NEW SCHOOL BOARD DIVISIONS FOR QUALIFYING COMPETITIONS cont’d
Southern Area – Niagara College:
Conseil scolaire de district catholique Centre-Sud Conseil scolaire de district du Centre Sud-Ouest District School Board of Niagara
Halton Catholic District School Board Halton District School Board
Hamilton-Wentworth Catholic District School Board Hamilton-Wentworth District School Board
Niagara Catholic District School Board
Toronto District School Board (West and South) Upper Grand District School Board
Wellington Catholic District School Board
Western Area – Fanshawe College: Avon Maitland District School Board
Brant Haldimand-Norfolk Catholic District School Board
Conseil scolaire de district des écoles catholiques du Sud-Ouest District School Board 38 (London Catholic)
Grand Erie District School Board
Greater Essex County District School Board Huron Perth Catholic District School Board Lambton Kent District School Board St. Clair Catholic District School Board Thames Valley District School Board
Windsor-Essex Catholic District School Board
Eastern Area:
Algonquin and Lakeshore Catholic District School Board Catholic District School Board of Eastern Ontario
Conseil scolaire de district catholique de Centre-Est de l’Ontario Conseil scolaire de district catholique de l’Est ontarien
Conseil scolaire de district de l’Est de l’Ontario Limestone District School Board
Ottawa-Carleton Catholic District School Board Ottawa-Carleton District School Board
Renfrew County Catholic District School Board Renfrew County District School Board
Upper Canada District School Board
NEW SCHOOL BOARD DIVISIONS FOR
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Information for both Qualifying
Competition and OTSC
NEW! CONTEST ELIGIBILITY
Secondary Level Competition Eligibility:
Secondary level competitors must meet the following criteria in the current school year:
a) Attend a public, separate or private secondary institute, which is affiliated with Skills Canada – Ontario.
b) Be less than 22 years of age as of December 31st in the competition year (2007).
c) Be enrolled in a subject related to the area of the contest in which they will compete OR have completed a senior level course in that subject area and/or co-operative education placement related to their contest area.
EXCEPTION to c): Employability Skills Contests -
Competitor’s presentation should reflect a contest area at the Ontario Technological Skills Competition.
d) Have been earning high school credits any time during the current school year (September 2006 to June 2007).
e) Be registered as a competitor with Skills Canada – Ontario. f) Possess a Canadian citizenship or
landed immigrant status and Ontario residency. Competitors are responsible for verifying this information if requested.
Students enrolled in the Ontario Youth Apprenticeship Program (OYAP) will be considered secondary level students and will compete at the secondary level, as long as the age criteria set in b) is met.
NEW! NEW! CONTEST ELIGIBILITY cont’d
Post-Secondary/Apprentice Level Competition Eligibility*: Post-Secondary competitors must meet the following criteria: a) Be enrolled in a community college or private or vocational
school or training institution, which is affiliated with Skills Canada – Ontario.
b) Be currently enrolled in a program of study directly related to the contest in which they will compete.
c) Be registered as a competitor with Skills Canada – Ontario. d) Possess a Canadian citizenship or
landed immigrant status and Ontario
residency. Competitors are responsible for verifying this information if requested.
Apprentice level competitors must meet the following criteria: a) Be a registered apprentice with the Ministry of Training,
Colleges and Universities (MTCU) in the trade area in which they will compete.
b) The competitor cannot be a certified journey-person.
c) Be registered as a competitor with Skills Canada – Ontario. d) Possess a Canadian citizenship or
landed immigrant status and Ontario residency. Competitors are responsible for verifying this information if requested.
All competitors must be able to show either current apprenticeship status and/or proof of age upon request of the Technical Committee Chairperson and/or Grievance Committee.
*Adult OYAP students (22 years of age or older), who are registered apprentices may apply through the MTCU to compete at the Post-Secondary level.
SPACE RESERVATION AND WAITING LIST POLICY
The Ontario Technological Skills Competition is becoming
increasingly popular with additional school boards/colleges/MTCU districts displaying interest in competing each year. To facilitate this interest, Skills Canada – Ontario has put a waiting list in place for many contests. For this reason, space reservation procedures have been put into place to ensure fairness: Skills Canada – Ontario promotes the competition as a benefit of affiliation, therefore, preference for space reservation will be given to affiliated school boards/colleges/MTCU districts.
Prior to and including the space reservation deadline of December 15, 2006, school boards/colleges/MTCU districts will be awarded space reservation in order of request date, with affiliated school boards/colleges/MTCU districts placed ahead of those partially or not affiliated. In the event that a contest has reached its
maximum space reservation, requests for space will create a waiting list. Upon a space cancellation, space will be allocated to the next affiliated school board/college/MTCU district on the waiting list. If all interest from affiliated school boards/colleges/MTCU districts is satisfied, school boards demonstrating partial affiliation will be next contacted in order of request date. If all partially affiliated space is satisfied, then non-affiliated school boards/colleges/MTCU districts will then be contacted in order of request date. At that time, the contacted school board/college/MTCU district will need to affiliate with Skills Canada – Ontario should they wish to send competitors to the competition. This process will continue until the Space Reservation Form deadline of December 15, 2006. After December 15, all space reservations will be awarded by request date only, regardless of affiliation status
Please note: Qualifying Competitions will not have waiting lists.
NEW!!
PAYMENT POLICY FOR SPACE RESERVATIONS
Due to the high number of space reservations and consequently the high number of last minute space cancellations, Skills Canada – Ontario will be implementing a payment policy for space reservations for both the Qualifying Competitions and the Ontario Technological Skills Competition. It is the hope of Skills Canada-Ontario that this policy will help ensure school boards/colleges/MTCU districts that want a space are allowed one, and will help eliminate artificial space reservations for non-committed parties.
Beginning November 20, 2006 – 12:00 a.m. the following payment policy for
space reservations will apply:
• For every Qualifying Competition competitor space reserved, school boards will
be invoiced a $25 non-refundable registration fee. For example, one space in
Culinary Arts will be invoiced $25, and a team space in TV Video Production will be invoiced $50 ($25 per competitor).
• For every OTSC competitor space reserved, school boards/colleges/MTCU
districts will be invoiced the $75 registration fee ($25 of which is a
non-refundable deposit to hold the space). For example, one space in Architectural CADD will be invoiced $75 and one space in Home Building will be invoiced $150 ($75 per competitor).
• Invoices for reserved space will have payment due 30 days after date of issue.
Should payment for space reservations not be received by Skills Canada – Ontario by the due date indicated on the invoice, those reserved spaces will automatically be cancelled and the school board/college/MTCU
district will be required to resubmit their space reservations.
• Should a school board/college/MTCU district cancel a
reserved OTSC competitor space beforeApril 1st,
2007, $50 of the registration fee will be refunded. The remaining $25 will automatically be allocated to the Skills Canada – Ontario Bursary to financially assist Team Ontario competitors traveling to the Canadian Skills Competition.
• Should a school board/college/MTCU district cancel a reserved OTSC
competitor space on or after April 1st, 2007, the $75 registration fee will not be
refunded.
• School boards/colleges/MTCU districts will not be invoiced for waiting list
spaces. When a waiting list space becomes accepted, the school
board/college/MTCU district will then be invoiced the $75 registration fee to hold the space. Waiting lists will not occur at the Qualifying Competition level.
NEW PAYMENT POLICY FOR SPACE
SPACE RESERVATION POLICY
PRIOR TO AND INCLUDING DECEMBER 15, 2007:
Prior to and including the space reservation deadline of December 15, 2006, preference for contest space will be allotted to school boards, colleges and MTCU districts in the following order:
AFTER DECEMBER 15, 2006:
After the space reservation deadline of December 15, 2006, all requests for space will
be put in order by request date only, regardless of affiliation status. Please note
that, in order to send competitors to the competition, non-affiliated school
boards/colleges/MTCU districts will need to affiliate upon confirmation of contest space.
Spaces reserved by secondary level school boards for Carpentry – Individual, Small Powered Equipment, T.V. Video Production, Culinary Arts, Welding, and/or Internet – Web Page Design will automatically serve as reserved spaces for the Qualifying
Competition on April 14, 2007. Winners will then advance to the Ontario Technological
Skills Competition. No wait lists for Qualifying Competitions.
SPACE RESERVATION POLICY
FULLY AFFILIATED SCHOOL BOARDS/COLLEGES/MTCU
DISTRICTS, by request date (i.e. all schools in board affiliated)
PARTIALLY AFFILIATED SCHOOL BOARDS, by request date
(i.e. at least one school in board affiliated)
NON-AFFILIATED SCHOOL BOARDS/COLLEGES/MTCU
DISTRICTS, by request date (i.e. no schools in board affiliated)
DEMONSTRATION CONTESTS
Each year, Skills Canada – Ontario organizes “demonstration
contests” at the Ontario Technological Skills Competition, much like when the Olympics hold “demonstration sports”. When a contest is first introduced at the provincial level, it is held as a demonstration contest. The contest will be organized similar to any other contest, with the same registration process and deadlines however, no medals will be awarded. In their place (if competitors achieve a minimum score of 60%), certificates of achievement will be awarded to the top three competitors. The purpose of a demonstration contest is to create and evaluate the interest in that contest. In its second year, the contest may become a “true” contest and medals will be awarded. It may still be possible for the first-place competitor of a demonstration contest to advance to the national level if the contest is offered at the Canadian Skills Competition that year.
Demonstration Contests for 2007 are:
• Truck and Coach Mechanic – Post-Secondary
• Heavy Equipment Service – Post-Secondary
• 3D Character Computer Animation – Post-Secondary
• IT Software Office Applications – Post-Secondary
REGISTRATION PROCESS AND TIMELINE September, 2006
All schools/colleges/MTCU districts sent general information package regarding the 2007 Ontario Technological Skills Competition. Pin and Medal contests begin – deadline for entries is November 24, 2006.
November 3, 2006
Competition Registration Package and Email sent to school board/college/MTCU district contacts.
November 20, 2006 – 12:00 a.m.
On-line Space Reservation becomes active
Preference for space reservation will be given to affiliated school
boards/colleges/MTCU districts. Please refer to page 22 for Payment Policy for Space Reservations
November 24, 2006
Affiliated schools will receive a Programs Package, which will include OTSC
flyer, Communication Flow Chart. Schools will need to communicate their
interest to participate with their school board/college/ MTCU district contact.
December 15, 2006 – 11:59 p.m.
Space Reservations Deadline.
Preference for contest space will be given to affiliated school
boards/colleges/MTCU districts, only until this date. Please note that all
contests have limited space, and receiving space reservations by
December 15, 2006 does not guarantee space. Space is on a come, first-served basis, based on affiliation status, and waiting lists may begin before
December 15. After this date, space reservation will be given in order of
request date only, regardless of affiliation status.
January 8, 2007 – 12:00 a.m.
Registration Opens.
Fill out completed online competitor registration at
https://register.skillsontario.com
February 15, 2007
Landscape Gardening (secondary and post-secondary level) registration due.
Contests take place March 7 – March 11, 2007 at Canada Blooms in Toronto.
NEW!!
REGISTRATION PROCESS AND TIMELINE cont’d March 7-11, 2007
Secondary and Post-Secondary Landscape Gardening Contest at Canada Blooms in Toronto
March 14, 2007
Review of waitlists
• Skills Canada – Ontario will review OTSC waitlist numbers at this time and
determine if additional space can be accepted for contests with waitlists.
• School boards/colleges/MTCU districts will be updated on their acceptance
status once final contest numbers have been determined.
April 1, 2007 – 11:59 p.m.
QUALIFYING COMPETITION AND OTSC REGISTRATION DEADLINE.
April 13, 2007
If competitor condition/guardian consent forms for registered competitors (who
are under 18 years of age) are not signed and received by April 13, on-line
registrations will become null and void and space will be given to the next school board/college/MTCU district on the waiting list. At this time, the contacted school board/college/MTCU district will need to affiliate with Skills Canada – Ontario, if they have not already done so.
April 14, 2007
Qualifying Competitions April 18, 2007
No waitlist movement. April 23-24, 2007
Precision Machining – Post-secondary at Conestoga College – Guelph Campus
April 30 – May 2, 2007
2007 Ontario Technological Skills Competition,
RIM Park and Manulife Financial Sportsplex, Waterloo.
There will be no on-site registration at the competition. If a student arrives on the day of the competition, and is not registered with Skills Canada-Ontario as a competitor, they may or may not be allowed to compete based on the discretion of the Executive Director and Technical Committee. In addition, the student WILL NOT be eligible for placing.
REGISTRATION PROCESS AND TIMELINE
QUALIFYING & OTSC COMPETITOR RULES & REGULATIONS • Competitors may compete in only one contest at the Qualifying and Ontario
Technological Skills Competition. Students participating as “B Level” Competitors at the Qualifying Competitions are not included. They can compete at the OTSC in a contest that is not offered at the Qualifying Competition and as a “B Level”
Competitor at a contest at the Qualifying Competition.
• Competitor orientationwill occur at the contest site and will be facilitated by the Technical Committee members. Competitors requiring clarification of instructions during the contest should seek it from the Technical Committee members.
• Competitors must wear provided I.D. badges at all times.
• A minimum score of 60% will be required to receive any ribbon or medal or to be eligible to advance to the OTSC or the Canadian Skills Competition.
• Competitors may not speak to spectators during their contest (this includes teachers, advisors, parents or employers). Competitors may be disqualified at the judge’s and technical committee chair’s discretion.
• Translators or other assistants (e.g. hearing impaired) are permitted in the contest site only through prior arrangement with the Skills Canada -Ontario office.
• During the contest, no one will have access to the contest site except the Technical Committee Members, Judges and Competitors. Spectators will be provided a viewing area if possible.
• Competitors may be excused for washroom breaks - with escort, at the discretion of the Technical Committee members.
• Books, notes, materials and assisting devices may be permitted at the discretion of the Technical Committee members. These will be identified prior to the competition in the contest scope.
• Any person in a contest (competitors, technical committee members, judges) who is found guilty of dishonest conduct should be aware that there is a zero tolerance for cheating. Any competitor found guilty of dishonest conduct will be immediately disqualified.
• Competitors must be on time for their contest - late arrivals may be allowed but no "make-up" time will be given. Penalty will be at the discretion of the Technical Committee members and Judges.
• Competitors must wear/bring appropriate dress/safety equipment/tools or equipment as specified in the contest scope.
Orientation Meeting
Competitors must attend the orientation meeting. Orientation meetings will occur at the contest site immediately following registration.
COMPETITOR RULES & REGULATIONS
COMPETITOR SELECTION PROCESS
Each school board has the responsibility of selecting competitors for the Ontario Technological Skills Competition. It is highly
recommended that the selection process be done through “in-school”, then “regional” competitions and, in some instances, a qualifying competition. If no competition is held for a particular contest, then each school board can authorize “direct entry” to the provincial competition for a competitor. Direct entry competitors are those competitors chosen by an advisor. The competitor should be able to perform the specifics of the contest scope and be capable of competing at a provincial level in that particular contest.
The Qualifying Competitions will offer the following six contests at the secondary level only:
• Carpentry – Individual
• Culinary Arts
• Internet Web Page Design
• Small Powered Equipment
• T.V. Video Production
• Welding
School boards wishing to send competitors to the Ontario
Technological Skills Competition in any of these contests must first participate in the Qualifying Competition in their area. Winners from the Qualifying Competitions will then advance to the Ontario
Technological Skills Competition.
Please refer to the “Qualifying Competition” section on pages 12 to 17 for further information.
CONTEST CANCELLATION
Skills Canada – Ontario reserves the right to cancel a contest if necessary (example: low enrolment). On March 14, 2007, Skills Canada-Ontario will review the wait lists, and school boards, colleges and MTCU districts will be notified if a contest will be cancelled, or there are any changes in registration.
JOB INTERVIEW COMPONENT
Skills Canada – Ontario recognizes that, along with the trade and technical skills our competitors excel in, the soft skills are necessary in becoming a valued employee in any organization. To assist our competitors in
preparing for their eventual job searches, we have incorporated a job interview in ALL CONTESTS FOR 2007, WORTH 5% OF THE COMPETITOR’S FINAL MARK. This addition to the competition is a result of a pilot project that began in 2002. The interview component will be included in the scope. Students will be expected to come to the competition with a prepared résumé and be ready to answer interview questions related to the
technical career path their contest reflects. It is vital that students are informed of this component so they may properly prepare.
YOUNG WOMEN’S CONFERENCE at the OTSC
The “Think Skills…Think Future!” Young Women’s Conferences are held in conjunction with the 18th Ontario Technological Skills Competition. The purpose of the conferences is to introduce young women to careers in the skilled trades and technologies through a fun-filled day with hands-on activities, informative presentations, a terrific lunch, inspirational guest speakers, and informal networking with female role models who work in the skilled trades and technologies. The day is complete with a tour of the 18th Ontario Technological Skills Competition and Career Showcase.
The Elementary Young Women’s Conference is being held on April 30th 2007, for girls in grades 7 and 8, and the Secondary Young Women’s Conference is to be held on Tuesday, May 1st for girls in grades 9 and 10. Both conferences will take place at Bingemans’ in Kitchener.
OTSC CELEBRATIONS
The OTSC Closing Ceremony and Medal Presentation will occur the morning after the contests, Wednesday, May 2, 2007, and the tickets will be included in the competitor registration fee. Competitor Closing
Ceremony tickets will be enclosed in their registration package and will be required for entrance into the Closing Ceremony.
Limited tickets to Closing Ceremony!
Closing Ceremony tickets for the Ontario Technological Skills Competition (OTSC) can now be purchased on-line!
Due to limited seating Skills Canada – Ontario has implemented a pre-purchase ticket policy for educators, family and employers. Please note the following important details:
1. Tickets are $20 each. The ticket covers the cost of admission and includes a light breakfast. To pre-purchase a ticket(s), please visit http://www.skillsontario.com/competitions/prov_competitions.html or complete the following ticket order form and fax it back to (519) 749-6322 no later than Wednesday, April 25, 2007 at noon.
2. Payment MUST be received in the form of credit card or cheque no later than Wednesday, April 25, 2007 at noon. Otherwise,
pre-purchased tickets will be void.
All tickets are non-refundable. All tickets are available on a first come, first served basis.
3. All pre-purchased tickets will be available for pick up at our
Information desk at RIM Park during the Ontario Technological Skills Competition. All ticket pick ups must take place before noon on
Tuesday, May 1st. Failure to pick up a ticket will mean that the space will be cancelled.
OTSC CELEBRATIONS cont'd
4. In the case the pre-purchased that tickets are not sold completely, a limited number of tickets will be sold at the Ontario Technological Skills Competition in the on-site Skills Canada – Ontario office. Sales will end at noon on Tuesday, May 1st.
Please note: There is no guarantee that tickets will be available for sale at the competition. You are strongly encouraged to pre-purchase tickets.
Be sure to join us to celebrate the achievements of all competitors!
Competitors advancing to the Canadian Skills Competition must attend the Team Ontario meeting following the medal presentations.
For more information, please contact Amy Ross, Alumni Officer by telephone (519) 749-9899 ext. 221 or email [email protected]
Ticket Order Form
(please print clearly) Name: _______________________
School: ______________________
School Board/College/MTCU District: _____________________
Telephone: ___________________ Email: ________________________
_______ number of tickets x $20.00 each = _____________
PAYMENT:
• Attach personal cheque made out to Skills Canada – Ontario
• Personal VISA/Mastercard # __________________________
Expiry Date: ______/______
Cardholder Name: __________________________________
CANADIAN SKILLS COMPETITION
Ontario will send some medal representatives in the secondary and post-secondary levels for contests at the Canadian Skills
Competition, occurring June 6-10, 2007 in Saskatoon,
Saskatchewan. Please refer to the Ontario Technological Skills Competition Contest List on page 6 of this document for contests offered at the 2007 Canadian Skills Competition. Please note this list is subject to change, as dictated by the national office of Skills
Canada.
Ontario competitors will be notified of their qualification upon receipt of their medal/certificate at the Ontario Technological Skills
Competition Closing Ceremony. A mandatory registration session and team meeting will then follow the contestant’s notification. Once informed of their eligibility to compete at the Canadian Skills Competition, competitors must provide Skills Canada – Ontario with reasonable notification of their intent to participate. Please note that not all Ontario contests and levels are eligible for the Canadian Skills Competition. Please carefully review the contest list for information about contest areas.
WEBSITE AND CONTACT INFORMATION
The Skills Canada – Ontario website, at www.skillsontario.com is continually being updated to include current information on the 2007 Ontario Technological Skills Competition. Please check the site regularly to receive any changes in information regarding the
competition, including changes to contest scopes. You will also find the competition information package, scopes and regulations on the website. Online registration is available at
http://register.skillsontario.com.
If you have a question regarding the competition, we encourage you to use the website as your first option in finding answers to those questions. If you are unable to find the answer after searching our website, please call or email:
Qualifying Competition and OTSC Questions: Jill Fleming
Competition Coordinator (519) 749-9899 ext. 228 [email protected]
Registration and Affiliation Questions: Maggie Moniz
Competition Registrar (519) 749-9899 ext. 224 [email protected]
WEBSITE AND CONTACT
WHAT: Skills Canada-Ontario
Fundraising Barbecue
WHEN: Tuesday, May 1
st, 2007
WHERE: RIM Park and Manulife
Financial Sportsplex,
11:00AM-2:00PM
WHY: All proceeds from the
Fundraising Barbecue will go
towards the
Skills Canada –
Ontario Bursary
The Skills Canada – Ontario Bursary provides financial assistance to students
advancing from the Ontario Technological Skills Competition to the Canadian Skills Competition. The bursary assists with the travel costs for each member of Team Ontario. In addition, the bursary financially assists students participating in other
